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Nebraska Extension Almanac Radio
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Nebraska Extension Almanac is the University of Nebraskas longest running series of radio interviews with University of Nebraska - Lincoln Extension specialists and educators. Here you will find information and advice on a wide variety of topics and issues, including crop and livestock production, ag policy, health and nutrition, lawn and garden care, and more. Nebraska Ag Almanac is produced by IANR Media of NUs Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
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Sudangrass For Summer Grazing
4d ago00:04:56Tap to summarizeSudangrass can be a productive option for summer grazing this year. Nebraska Extension Beef Systems Specialist Mary Drewnoski says sudangrass thrives in warm weather, regrows quickly after grazing, and can provide quality forage for cattle during the summer months.
Transcribe →Stable Flies on Pastured Cattle
4d ago00:04:57Tap to summarizeStable flies are creating problems for pastured cattle across Nebraska. Nebraska Extension Entomologist Dave Boxler says stable flies can reduce cattle weight gain and performance and encourages producers to manage manure, hay waste, and other moist organic matter to help control fly populations in their herds.
Transcribe →UNL Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic
4d ago00:04:16Tap to summarizeIf disease or insects are damaging your crops or home landscape plants the University of Nebraska has a resource that can help. Nebraska Extension Plant Diagnostician Kyle Broderick says the UNL Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic can identify pests and plant problems and help producers and homeowners find management solutions.
Transcribe →The Importance of Mulch
4d ago00:04:25Tap to summarizeOrganic mulch is key to having a healthy landscape and garden. University of Nebraska – Lincoln Director of Landscape Operations Jeff Culbertson talks about the different types of mulch and why they are beneficial to home plants and soil.
Transcribe →Need Summer Grazing? Sudangrass Might Be Worth a Try
4d ago00:04:34Tap to summarizeFor producers needing reliable warm-season grazing, sudangrass might just be worth a second look. Nebraska Extension Beef Systems Specialist Mary Drewnoski says sudangrass thrives in hot weather, regrows quickly after grazing, and can offer producers a flexible alternative to perennial grazing options.
Transcribe →2026 Weed Management Field Day
2w ago00:04:54Tap to summarizeNebraska growers looking for practical, in-season crop management information can attend the Weed Management Field Day June 24th at the South Central Ag Lab near Clay Center. Nebraska Extension Weed Management Specialist Amit Jhala says attendees will see demonstrations of emerging technologies and new herbicides for corn, soybean, and sorghum.
Transcribe →Aging in Place in Rural Nebraska
2w ago00:04:50Tap to summarizeAs care options shrink in rural Nebraska, more attention is turning to helping older residents remain in their communities. Cindy Houlden with the Nebraska Cooperative Development Center says a new program is exploring solutions to support Nebraska’s growing senior population and address the decline in local healthcare facilities.
Transcribe →Water Requirements for Beef Cattle
2w ago00:04:39Tap to summarizeWater plays a critical role in cattle health and performance, but it’s often overlooked in beef production. Nebraska Extension Livestock Educator Troy Walz says water needs vary based on temperature, animal weight, class of livestock, and stage of production, making both water quantity and quality essential.
Transcribe →International Trade and U.S. Beef
2w ago00:04:39Tap to summarizeInternational trade continues to play a major role in the U.S. beef industry, impacting both cattle and beef markets through imports and exports. Nebraska Extension Ag Policy Specialist Brad Lubben says opportunities for growth remain, with potential to expand access and demand in markets like China, Japan, and other countries.
Transcribe →Beef Industry Issues
2w ago00:04:53Tap to summarizeThe beef industry has been a bright spot in agriculture, helping support farm income while crop producers face tighter margins. Nebraska Extension Ag Policy Specialist Brad Lubben says questions remain about cattle supply, herd rebuilding, and consumer demand as trade conflicts create uncertainty for the road ahead.
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